Black Mountain Turkey Trot 5k
- Date Thu 27th November 2025
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Black Mountain, North Carolina
- Price $27.50 - $43.40
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Black Mountain Turkey Trot on Thursday, November 27, 2025, in the charming town of Black Mountain, Buncombe! This exciting event promises to transform your Thanksgiving morning into a celebration of community, health, and gratitude. Choose between the invigorating 5K Turkey Trot, which winds through the picturesque streets and historic downtown, or the family-friendly Wishbone Fun Run, a delightful 1-mile route perfect for participants of all ages. Whether you're a competitive runner aiming for a personal best or a family strolling together, the festive atmosphere and stunning mountain vistas will create unforgettable memories. Plus, your participation helps support Bounty & Soul, an organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity in the area. Don’t miss the chance to kick off your holiday season with a heartwarming tradition that gives back to the community!
Organiser's Description
BLACK MOUNTAIN TURKEY TROT: A MOUNTAIN THANKSGIVING TRADITION BEGINS
Get ready for an unforgettable Thanksgiving morning at the inaugural Black Mountain Turkey Trot! Imagine crisp mountain air filling your lungs as golden autumn leaves crunch beneath your feet. Transform your Thanksgiving morning with a new tradition of community, health, and gratitude.
TWO PERFECT WAYS TO TROT
THE BLACK MOUNTAIN 5K TURKEY TROT - Challenge yourself on our professionally designed 5K course winding through Black Mountain's charming historic downtown and picturesque neighborhoods. Every step takes you past stunning mountain vistas and welcoming storefronts decked in holiday charm. With chip timing for accurate results, competitive runners can push for a personal best while casual participants enjoy the festive atmosphere at their own pace.
THE WISHBONE FUN RUN - Our family-friendly 1-mile route creates the perfect opportunity for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Bring the grandparents, the little ones, and everyone in between! Strollers and furry friends on leashes are welcome to join the fun. Create precious holiday memories as three generations move together in celebration.
SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY
Your participation directly impacts our neighbors in need. A portion of all registration fees supports Bounty & Soul [https://bountyandsoul.org/], a vital organization addressing food insecurity and promoting wellness throughout Black Mountain and Swannanoa. Working at the intersection of food, farms and health.
Produced and owned by Kick It Event Management, [https://kickitevents.com/] a local WNC small business.
Get ready for an unforgettable Thanksgiving morning at the inaugural Black Mountain Turkey Trot! Imagine crisp mountain air filling your lungs as golden autumn leaves crunch beneath your feet. Transform your Thanksgiving morning with a new tradition of community, health, and gratitude.
TWO PERFECT WAYS TO TROT
THE BLACK MOUNTAIN 5K TURKEY TROT - Challenge yourself on our professionally designed 5K course winding through Black Mountain's charming historic downtown and picturesque neighborhoods. Every step takes you past stunning mountain vistas and welcoming storefronts decked in holiday charm. With chip timing for accurate results, competitive runners can push for a personal best while casual participants enjoy the festive atmosphere at their own pace.
THE WISHBONE FUN RUN - Our family-friendly 1-mile route creates the perfect opportunity for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Bring the grandparents, the little ones, and everyone in between! Strollers and furry friends on leashes are welcome to join the fun. Create precious holiday memories as three generations move together in celebration.
SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY
Your participation directly impacts our neighbors in need. A portion of all registration fees supports Bounty & Soul [https://bountyandsoul.org/], a vital organization addressing food insecurity and promoting wellness throughout Black Mountain and Swannanoa. Working at the intersection of food, farms and health.
Produced and owned by Kick It Event Management, [https://kickitevents.com/] a local WNC small business.
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